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Mortain's hillside location affords it commanding views over the surrounding
countryside
which gave it strategic importance during WW2.
Aside from its historical heritage, the town
itself is home to a number of natural attractions.
It is an ideal location for walking, cycling and visiting
the abundance of historical sights,
places of natural beauty, or just relaxing.
There are markets held
throughout the week in the surrounding districts and depot ventes
(second hand shops) can be found in most towns.
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| La Petite Cascade, Mortain. |
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| Le Mont St Michel is about an hour drive from Mortain. |
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| Views at the rear of La Petite Chapelle, on Hill 317, site of the Battle of Mortain, 6-12 Aug 1944. |
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| Mortain, overlooking the Normandy landscape since William the Conqueror. |
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| Many bars and restaurants within easy walking distance. |
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| American War Cemetery near Omaha Beach. One of many historical sites within 90 minutes of Mortain. |
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| La Grande Cascade, Mortain. |
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| Vire, just one of many bustling towns within easy driving distance of Mortain. |
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| Summer festivals are held in most towns and villages. |
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| The Needle. One of Mortain's many rock climbs. |
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